I was born and raised in Sendai—but I didn’t plan to come back.

After spending years away, including time in the UK, I eventually found myself returning to the city I had once left behind.

In this first episode of Sendai Lads, I talk about how that happened, what it feels like to come back to a familiar place as a different person, and why I’ve chosen to stay.

From seeing Sendai with fresh eyes to building a life here again, this is a personal starting point—for both the podcast and a slightly atypical perspective on life in Japan.

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Sendai Lads: An Atypical Life in Japan

A brief introduction to Sendai Lads, a podcast about life — and random things — from a slightly atypical lad in Sendai.

Hosted by Moto, this show blends personal stories, cultural insights, and reflections on everyday life in Japan.

Start here to get a feel for what’s to come.